During a recent segment on The Daily Show, correspondent Jordan Klepper expressed his shock regarding Donald Trump’s choice of South Dakota Governor Kristi Noem as his pick for Homeland Security Secretary. As he filled in as host, Klepper aimed to maintain an open perspective on the new Cabinet selections but was quickly taken aback by the announcement.
In his characteristic manner, Klepper didn’t hold back, exclaiming, “Are you serious?” as he reacted to the news. He pointed out the contradiction in Noem’s ability to manage border security when she had previously struggled with training her dog. In a striking anecdote revealed in her recent book, Noem recounted the harsh decision to put down her 14-month-old dog, Cricket, due to her belief that the animal was “less than worthless” and “untrainable.”
Klepper implied that Noem was not the only puzzling choice among Trump’s Cabinet picks. He showcased a selection of other nominees, drawing attention to a pattern in their overwhelmingly favorable remarks about Trump. With his trademark humor, he quipped that these individuals were “kissing Trump’s ass so hard they’ve got bronzer on their nose,” suggesting their eager sycophancy.
The segment displayed Klepper’s sharp wit and critical perspective on the unfolding political landscape as America approaches the 2024 Election.